Making a special Family Fun Day is a great way to spend time with those you love – including parents and grandparents. Sometimes the seniors in our family want to be involved in our activities and family trips, but they may no longer be able to do everything that we enjoy. If you are looking …
Most seniors and their families would prefer to stay in their own homes rather than be forced to move into a long-term care facility. To help your loved ones remain in their homes for as long as possible in-home care can be the ideal choice. However, finding the right agency and the right caregiver can …
Living alone comes with a certain amount of risk regardless of your age. But for seniors, there are certain risks, such as falls and fall-related hospitalizations, that may cause loved ones to be especially worried. Staying independent for as long as possible is an important part of one’s physical, mental, and emotional health. And your …
If you have a medicine cabinet full of clutter or if you take multiple prescriptions, then sorting through your medications and healthcare essentials each day can be a real hassle. The last thing you want is to struggle to try and find your over-the-counter painkillers when you have a migraine – or worse, misplace an …
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If you started to notice that your elderly loved one has started to struggle with everyday tasks around their home, then home care is a topic you may have brought up with them. While some older adults may welcome the idea of having a little extra help with their daily tasks, others may resist the …
When your loved one needs home care services, you will probably have a lot of questions about what you can expect from home care and about the care process itself. Here are some commonly asked questions by our clients and family caregivers.
If someone is having a stroke, every minute counts. Fast response time is critical as it has a direct impact on the amount of damage to the brain, the outcomes of the treatment and the subsequent recovery. Therefore, it is important to be familiar with the signs of a stroke so that you can recognize …
Now that the winter is behind us and the summer is here, getting outside is one of the most refreshing things anyone can do. Enjoying nature helps relieve stress and gives us a sense of calm and inner peace not found indoors. Unfortunately, it may be challenging for some of us to get outside, whether …
Living with arthritis can make everyday tasks difficult and painful and leave you feeling as though you are no longer in control of your body. When you are trying to spend time with your family and friends, participate in your favourite hobbies or even volunteer in your community, constant pain can greatly diminish your …
When your loved one has dementia, communicating with them may become challenging. Unfortunately, as dementia is progressive, communication usually becomes more difficult with time. Your loved one may experience the inability to understand or express their thoughts, which can be very frustrating and overwhelming for them and yourself. Having the right strategies for communicating with …
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